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Order Certified Iowa Birth and Death Certificates Online.

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GoCertificates is your online resource for ordering certified copies of State of Iowa Vital Records. We are committed to getting your birth or death certificates direct to your door.

Requests for Vital events certificates are directed to and processed by the Iowa Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Statistics.

ID Requirements | Birth Certificate Requirements | Death Certificate Requirements

Identification Requirements

All applicants must submit a Notarized Sworn Statement, current government-issued photo ID and a copy of proof of relationship (if required). After placing your order, you will need to upload your Notarized Sworn Statement, current government-issued photo ID and proof of relationship (if required). Your order will only be processed once these items are received along with payment.

All applicants must provide a valid photo identification as required.

Current Government-Issued Photo Identification: Submit a copy of 1 of the following:

- State Issued Driver's License
- State Issued Photo ID Card
- U.S. Passport
- Foreign Passport
- U.S. Military ID

Eligibility Requirements for Birth Certificates

Applicant	Documents Required for Proof of Relationship
Self	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement
Spouse	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement
Child	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement
Parent	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement
Grandparent	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement
Grandchild	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement
Sibling	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement
Legal Guardian	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement (may also require proof of relationship)
Legal Representative	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement (may also require supporting legal documents)

Eligibility Requirements for Death Certificates

Applicant	Documents Required for Proof of Relationship
Spouse	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement
Child	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement
Parent	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement
Grandparent	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement
Grandchild	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement
Sibling	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement
Legal Guardian	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement (may also require proof of relationship)
Legal Representative	Valid Photo Identification and Notarized Sworn Statement (may also require supporting legal documents)